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Cybersecurity SWE — AI Safety at Mercor
posted 4 months agoCybersecurity SWE – AI Safety | $60–90/hr | Remote (US)
Join a cutting-edge AI safety initiative as a part-time Cybersecurity Software Engineer. You'll leverage your security expertise to evaluate and improve how advanced AI models handle complex cybersecurity topics — no prior AI/ML experience needed.
What You'll Do
- Write expert-level prompts spanning specialized cybersecurity domains.
- Evaluate and annotate AI model responses for technical accuracy, helpfulness, and responsible handling of sensitive content.
- Apply structured guidelines to classify prompts and conversations effectively.
What We're Looking For
- A BS or MS in Computer Science or a closely related field, or 5+ years of professional software engineering experience at a reputable tech company or startup.
- Strong understanding of cybersecurity concepts and modern software systems.
- Excellent technical reasoning and written communication skills in English.
- Sound judgment around security and the responsible handling of dual-use information.
Nice to Have
- Background in offensive security, penetration testing, or vulnerability research.
- Experience reviewing, grading, or red-teaming technical content.
Project Details
- Start Date: Immediate
- Commitment: Part-time, 15–25 hours/week (flexibility up to 40 hrs/week)
- Compensation: $60–$90/hr
How to apply for this role
- Upload your resume — keep it up-to-date and in English. Mercor will auto-fill your profile from it.
- Complete the AI interview — a 15-minute conversation about your experience. Be ready to discuss specific projects and challenges you've solved.
- Submit your application — only about 20% of applicants finish all the steps, so completing yours puts you well ahead.